2334 Alton RoadCITY OF MIAMI BEACH
CITY HALL 1700 CONVENTION CENTER DRIVE MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
www.ci.miami-beach.fl.us
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
March 3, 2005
Mr. Artur Shehu
7779 N.W. 116 Path
Doral, Florida 33178
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Telephone: (305) 673-7550
673-755
2334 Alton Road, Miami Beach, Florida
Request for a Determination of Architectural SignificanL~amm~
Dear Mr. Shehu:
Pursuant to your request, the Planning Department has evaluated the subject property at 2334
Alton Road to determine whether the single-family residence is architecturally significant. A site
visit of the subject property was conducted by staff on February 11, 2005. In accordance with
Section 142-108(1) of the Land Development Regulations of the Miami Beach City Code, the
following criteria determine whether a home constructed prior to 1942 is architecturally significant:
1. The subject structure is characteristic of a specific architectural style constructed in the city ,
prior to 1942, including, but not limited to, Vernacular, Mediterranean Revival, Art Deco,
Streamline Moderne, or variations thereof.
Not Satisfied. The subject home is no longer exemplary of a specific architectural style in
the city prior to 1942. Although the structure was designed by architect Roy F. France in
1936, it has been significantly altered and no longer maintains a high level of its
architectural integrity. According to the building permit card, it was originally constructed as
an accessory structure for the residence directly behind it at 2333 North Bay Road. The
modest structure was significant altered in 1951 with the construction of a large, screened
porch (now enclosed with contemporary windows) on the east side fronting Alton Road.
2. The exterior of the structure is recognizable as an example of its style and/or period, and its
architectural design integrity has not been modified in a manner that cannot be reversed
without unreasonable expense.
Not Satisfied. The exterior of this modest residence is not recognizable as an example of
its style and/or period due to a significant addition in 1951 and alterations over the years.
(Refer to staff analysis in Criterion No. 1 above.)
3. Significant exterior architectural characteristics, features, or details of the subject structure
remain intact.
Not Satisfied. Many of the structure's original exterior architectural features have been
altered or removed over time. (Refer to staff analysis in Criterion No. 1 above.)
4. The subject structure embodies the scale, character, and massing of the built context of its
immediate area.
Not Satisfied. Although the two-story home is consistent with the scale of the surrounding
neighborhood, it is situated at the far northwestem corner of the lot and does not maintain a
street presence in character with the built context of other residences on Alton Road.
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2334 Alton Road
March 3, 2005
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The Planning Department has determined that the subject building does not meet the
criteria in Section 142-108(1 ) and, therefore, is not architecturally significant. An application for the
demolition of the structure may therefore be approved administratively, subject to the requirements
of the Building Department. Please be advised that no demolition permit may be issued within a 10
day appeal period of the rendering of this decision.
If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Shannon
Anderton, Senior Planner, at 305-673-7550.
Sincerely,
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Thomas R. ey, AICP
Design and Preservation Manager
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Robert Parcher, City Clerk
Jorge G. Gomez, Planning Director
William H. Cary, Assistant Planning Director
Shannon Anderton, Senior Planner
SFRRB File No. 47
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